Introduction Transvaginal mesh implants were supposed to be a groundbreaking solution for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). However, they have caused significant harm to a large number of women. Complications such as chronic pain, infection, mesh erosion, and other debilitating conditions have led many women to seek legal recourse. If you […]
Single-Incision Mini-Arc Slings and Their Complications
Understanding Single-Incision Mini-Arc Slings and Their Complications As a transvaginal mesh product, single-incision mini-arc slings (SIMS) have gained attention in recent years for their supposedly minimally invasive approach. Mini-arc slings have specifically been marketed as a less invasive solution with a quicker recovery time and these devices have been touted as a significant advancement in […]
The Different Types of Single-Incision Mesh Slings
Single-Incision Mini-Arc Transvaginal Mesh Slings: Understanding the Differences with Other Sling Types Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a common condition, particularly among women, where one experiences the involuntary leakage of urine during physical activities such as coughing, sneezing, lifting, or exercising. Stress incontinence happens when movement or activity pressures the bladder, causing urine to […]
FDA Ban on Transvaginal Mesh Kits
In 2019, the FDA ban on transvaginal mesh kits for pelvic organ prolapse repair was implemented, responding to reports of severe complications. This article explores the reasons for the ban, the impact on women’s health, and examines possible surgical and non-surgical alternatives. Key Takeaways The FDA banned the sale of all transvaginal mesh products for […]
How to Know If You’re Suffering From Bladder Sling Complications Years Later
Plastic mesh bladder slings are the most frequent form of sling used to treat stress urinary incontinence. Most women take mesh surgery well. However, mesh slings have a higher complication risk than tissue slings. Complications may develop during or years after vaginal mesh surgery. Despite mesh complications, many doctors favor mesh slings constructed of polypropylene […]
FDA Continues Studies of the Dangers of Transvaginal Mesh
Even though transvaginal mesh devices used for transvaginal repair of pelvic organ prolapse (“POP”) are no longer commercially available, the FDA has required mesh manufacturers to conduct on-going studies to better understand what impacts the mesh has on women who have already been implanted with the mesh, long term. These studies are collaborative efforts with […]